‘Safer Nagaland’, a new mobile application offering real-time weather forecasts and early warning alerts, was launched on Friday by the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) to enhance public safety and disaster preparedness across the state.
Advisor, Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) and New & Renewable Energy (NRE), Z. Nyusietho Nyuthe, officially launched the app during a programme held at the NSDMA Conference Hall, Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima.
Speaking at the event, Nyuthe said the initiative reflects Nagaland’s growing capacity and commitment to harnessing digital innovation for the safety and well-being of its people. He remarked that “timely information and public awareness remain the strongest tools in reducing disaster risks.”
Through the Safer Nagaland app, citizens can access real-time weather updates, location-based forecasts, and early warning alerts directly on their mobile phones, anytime and anywhere, Nyuthe said. He added that the application aims to empower communities by providing critical information that can save lives, protect property, and strengthen local preparedness.
The Advisor informed that the new app is an extension of the NSDMA Weather Portal launched earlier, forming an integrated system for weather monitoring, forecasting, and public awareness across the state. By bringing these services to mobile platforms, he said, NSDMA ensures that crucial information reaches every corner of Nagaland — from urban centres to the most remote villages.
He also said that NSDMA plans to strengthen its network of automated weather stations, expand forecasting capabilities, and enhance public awareness through continued partnerships and education. He emphasised that the success of these initiatives depends not just on technology, but also on citizens using this information responsibly and proactively to prepare for potential disasters.
Nyuthe congratulated the entire NSDMA team for achieving the milestone and expressed hope that the app will serve as a powerful tool in safeguarding lives and livelihoods across the state.
Joint Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Johnny Ruangmei, in his briefing about the mobile application, said that the app’s long-term vision is to serve as a comprehensive disaster preparedness and early warning platform, making crucial information available directly at citizens’ fingertips.
Ruangmei added that with smartphone usage increasing across both rural and urban areas, the department encourages the public to download and use the app for timely weather information and safety alerts. He also informed that NSDMA plans to integrate additional features under the “Safer Nagaland” umbrella in the coming months, including alerts for natural disasters, lightning, earthquakes, and other emergency responses similar to systems used in advanced countries.
Earlier during the program, Advisor Z Nyusietho Nyuthe officially launched the Safer Nagaland mobile application, followed by a short video presentation demonstrating its features and usability.